An 80-YEAR-OLD woman was the victim of a distraction burglary after a bogus workman made his way into her home.

The incident happened on Saturday, December 27, at around 4.50pm in Derby Road near to the junction with Barnsdale Close, Loughborough.

A man knocked on the kitchen window and said he was working for the council, fitting safes.

The suspect made off with a gold chain with a Sovereign coin, along with a purse containing cash.

The suspect is described as white, clean shaven, between 30 and 40-years-old and of stocky build.

Pc Paul Stroud, who is investigating, said: “I would like to speak to anyone who saw a man matching the description of the suspect in the area around the time of the incident or, if you have had people knocking on your door in similar circumstances, please let us know.”

Leicestershire Police says a genuine caller will not mind you closing the door for two minutes while you check their ID and most will be happy to make an appointment and return at a later date.